Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD), the top Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee, claimed Wednesday that Republicans are “practically begging” Democrats to impeach former President Donald Trump, framing it as a political ploy to rid the GOP of what he called an “albatross.”
During an appearance on MSNBC’s “The Weeknight,” Raskin dismissed the idea of immediate impeachment but suggested Republicans see Trump as a liability. “They would love nothing more than for us to impeach him,” Raskin said, arguing that Trump has brought the party “down to humiliation and defeat.”
GOP’s Trump Problem
Raskin, a vocal Trump critic, portrayed the former president as a drag on the Republican Party, accusing remaining loyalists of being trapped in a “cult of authoritarian personality.” He suggested Democrats should let Republicans “stew in their own juices” rather than give them an easy out.
The Maryland Democrat’s comments come as Trump remains the dominant figure in Republican politics despite multiple indictments and electoral setbacks for candidates he endorsed in the 2022 midterms. Raskin framed impeachment as something Republicans secretly want but won’t pursue themselves.
Impeachment as Political Tool
While ruling out immediate action, Raskin left the door open to future impeachment proceedings, calling it part of the “constitutional toolbox.” His remarks reflect ongoing Democratic debates over how aggressively to confront Trump as the 2024 election cycle heats up.
Trump was twice impeached by the House during his presidency—first in 2019 over Ukraine dealings and again in 2021 for his role in the January 6 Capitol riot—but acquitted by the Senate both times. Raskin served as lead impeachment manager during the second trial.
Source: www.breitbart.com — https://www.breitbart.com/clips/2026/11/11/raskin-republicans-practically-begging-us-to-impeach-trump/